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[Firmware ChangeLog]: What's New in 17.33 | Venu X1

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Overview

Garmin has started rolling out Software Version 17.33 for the Venu X1. The stable release is currently at 20% rollout.

This update moves the Venu X1 from 16.40 to 17.33 and brings a large set of golf, map, navigation, timer, sync, and stability improvements.

Update Details

  • Device: Garmin Venu X1
  • Software Version: 17.33
  • Previous Version: 16.40
  • Announcement Date: May 26, 2026
  • Channel: Stable release
  • Rollout Status: 20% rollout
  • Official Announcement: Garmin Forums

What's New in Version 17.33?

Golf, Maps, and Navigation

  • Added Approach CT1 club sensor support.
  • Added Golf Performance Glance.
  • Added support for marking a putt on the Green View map.
  • Added QR codes to Outdoor Maps+ layer descriptions.
  • Added navigation option to the last Man Overboard point.
  • Added support for choosing a position format when entering coordinates.

Usability and Smart Features

  • Added silent mode access from the control loop or a button shortcut.
  • Added keyboard layout access by swiping up from the bottom of the page.
  • Improved responsiveness when starting the timer.

Reliability Fixes

  • Fixed resets when recording an activity, viewing evening report, adding apps through Garmin Connect Mobile, or using WhatsApp on iPhone.
  • Fixed map crashes after using a Z10 or Z30.
  • Fixed Garmin Connect activity upload failures and strength personal record sync.
  • Fixed Outdoor Maps+ downloads, navigation ending after GPS loss, route recalculation map exits, and weather app refresh.
  • Fixed call handling, excessive battery drain after phone assistant or watch calls, gear tracking progress, swim workout issues, and other minor bugs.

Why This Update Matters

Venu X1 Gets More Golf Depth

Approach CT1 support, Golf Performance Glance, and Green View putt marking make this a much stronger golf update for Venu X1 owners.

Better Map and Navigation Tools

Outdoor Maps+ QR codes, coordinate position format selection, Man Overboard navigation, and route stability fixes make maps more practical for outdoor use.

Stable Release for Earlier Beta Fixes

Many of these changes appeared in beta form first. Software Version 17.33 brings them into the stable release channel with a staged rollout.

How to Get the Update

Garmin says the update will sync automatically through Garmin Connect Mobile or Garmin Express. You can also check manually:

  1. Open Menu
  2. Go to Settings
  3. Select System
  4. Choose Software Update

Conclusion

Garmin Venu X1 Software Version 17.33 is a major stable update. Golf tools, map enhancements, silent mode, coordinate options, timer responsiveness, navigation fixes, and broad reliability improvements make it one of the more important Venu X1 updates in this cycle.